Oregano vs Basil – All You Need To Know

Basil and oregano… Oregano and basil. When you’re cooking Italian food, you really can’t escape these herbs. And if you’re going to be using them, you might as well know what they are all about. Let’s learn a few things about them.
Can You Use Basil Stems When Making a Pesto Recipe?

One of my favorite things about summertime is having plenty of fresh basil around. Last summer I used so much basil that I decided to get two plants this year. It’s one of my favorite herbs because of how versatile it is. I love using it for caprese salads, as a pizza topping, for making […]
Pesto Cream Sauce – Reinventing The Classico Pesto Recipe

The pesto recipe we use is very similar to the Classico pesto recipe, but we also add a little twist to the original. And today, we are going to show you how to make it.
Tomato Basil Pasta: Easy Cheesecake Factory Copycat

The Cheesecake Factory is a popular choice for a relaxing dinner, but what if you could make your favorite dish at home and make it even better? The tomato basil penne at Cheesecake Factory is a beloved classic dish. It is made with three amazing Italian ingredients, after all. How could you not love a […]
How to make CPK’s pesto cream penne recipe

From what I see on the other side of the pond, there’s something going on in the U.S. about California Pizza Kitchen. I didn’t quite catch if they’re closing or changing their menu, but everyone is online googling “cpk pesto cream penne recipe”. I had never heard of that food chain before writing this post, but there must be a reason why so many people are trying to learn this recipe. So I did my due research and tried to make something similar at home. The result? It was delicious!